Vesper 30,224 Posted January 14, 2020 Share Posted January 14, 2020 ‘It’s not just another shoe’: Inside the creation of Nike’s one-of-one boots for Ballon d’Or winner Megan Rapinoe https://theathletic.com/1436623/2019/12/05/its-not-just-another-shoe-inside-the-creation-of-nikes-one-of-one-boots-for-ballon-dor-winner-megan-rapinoe/ Only a moment after Megan Rapinoe had been announced as the winner of the second-ever women’s Ballon d’Or award, Nike’s senior director of global communications, Heidi Burgett, revealed that the company had been prepared for the occasion by creating a pair of commemorative one-of-a-kind pink and gold Mercurials. From Lieke Martens to Carli Lloyd to Alex Morgan to Sam Kerr, Megan Rapinoe is the latest Nike athlete to get this type of tribute. Although standard versions of the 2019 Mercurial 360 Vapor/Superfly can be purchased by the public, and Nike gets attention for the novelty of one-off productions, these boots were the latest example of the effort that goes into something that will never reach the market. Even with the knowledge that there is some sort of commercial reward for Nike when they produce commemorative customs for their athletes, the designers and staff take these efforts seriously. Complicating the matter is that Nike usually has to get the ball rolling long before an award is given or a milestone reached. There is some risk involved — that the boots might never see the light of day, which has happened before. That, of course, is the joy and heartbreak of sports, and something Nike has no control over. But it also means that when the company is able to share their efforts, it makes it more special for everyone involved. Nike considers commemorative boots as gifts rather than promotional materials for the company — so much so that the team behind the commemorative Mercurials for Rapinoe didn’t even want to go on the record about the design process. It was a team effort, they insisted, and one only meant to highlight Megan Rapinoe and her accomplishments. For this particular boot, the inspiration is clear enough. The Nike design team started with the 2019 Mercurial 360 — a boot that Rapinoe had been one of the first to wear last summer at the World Cup. In fact, she was the first player to score while wearing the latest version. From there, the team moved onto the colorway and took inspiration from two sources: Rapinoe’s signature hair color she started sporting this year, and trophy gold. It was more than just getting the pink right — a shade which apparently took real effort to meet the design team’s standards. The trick to commemorative boots for a specific player is that they have to be designed without that person’s input, but still take inspiration from them. The designers tried to copy Rapinoe’s love of accessorizing with her fashion, but the concept never translated to a smaller scale in a way that worked. snip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyikolajevics 2,702 Posted January 15, 2020 Share Posted January 15, 2020 On 2020. 01. 14. at 0:01 AM, Vesper said: Elle, who has starred in films such as Golden Shower Girls 2 Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,224 Posted January 17, 2020 Share Posted January 17, 2020 CLARKS X NEIGHBORHOOD DESERT TREK https://www.allikestore.com/default/clarks-x-neighborhood-desert-trek-grey-white-26147138-7-117183.html?mc_cid=ac112e08a3&mc_eid=b872bcbbfc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,224 Posted January 22, 2020 Share Posted January 22, 2020 Terry Jones, Life of Brian director and Monty Python founder, dies aged 77 Jones, who was diagnosed with dementia in 2015, was the main directing force in Python’s films, as well a prolific creator of TV documentaries and children’s books https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/jan/22/terry-jones-monty-python-founder-and-life-of-brian-director-dies-aged-77 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikkiCFC 8,334 Posted January 23, 2020 Share Posted January 23, 2020 Went to Marina Abramovic exhibit the other day. Not sure how I feel about it... Vesper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,224 Posted January 23, 2020 Share Posted January 23, 2020 4 minutes ago, NikkiCFC said: Went to Marina Abramovic exhibit the other day. Not sure how I feel about it... the lunatic MAGA Trumpers and CT nut jobs like Alex Jones tried to say she was satanic, roflamoooooooooo Marina Abramović mention in Podesta emails sparks accusations of satanism https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2016/nov/04/marina-abramovic-podesta-clinton-emails-satanism-accusations smdh We saw her exhibit here in Stockholm a couple years ago MARINA ABRAMOVIĆ THE CLEANER 18.2 2017 – 21.5 2017 STOCKHOLM https://www.modernamuseet.se/stockholm/en/exhibitions/marina-abramovic/ NikkiCFC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,224 Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 ALFA ROMEO 2000 GTV: BEAUTY IN BLUE https://www.opumo.com/magazine/alfa-romeo-2000-gtv/ Price: £25,995 | Year: 1973 | Engine: 4 in-line The Alfa Romeo 2000 GTV, also known as the 2000 GT Veloce, hit the market in 1971 with the 2000 Berlina Saloon and 2000 Spider which replaced the previous 1750 range. The 2000 came with some serious improvements, most notably, the engine displacement was increased to 1962cc. One of the most recognisable features of the Alfa Romeo 2000 GTV is its grill with horizontal chrome bars which, from 1974 onwards, became a standard fixture on the GT 1300 Junior and GT 1600 Junior too. Within the vehicle, a separate instrument cluster was introduced instead of having the gauges installed in the dashboard. Technicalities aside, this machine really shines because of its gorgeous Le Mans paintwork. The spotless light blue hue marries perfectly with the cream leatherette upholstery that exudes signature vintage appeal. A view into the cockpit reveals the retro dashboard of dreams. Wooden panelling on the dash matches the steering wheel and gear stick while the gauge layout is still distinctively modern. Dropping into the driver’s seat is like stepping into a time machine showing you the best that ‘70s car design had to offer. We can’t help but feel that the only rightful place for this beauty is a road trip throughout its home country of Italy, winding around coastal stretches in the golden evening light. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,224 Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 King Diego Maradona Gimnasia have made a special throne for the 59-year-old coach to use on the sidelines of each home game. https://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2020/01/25/sports/soccer/24reuters-soccer-argentina-maradona.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,224 Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 adidas Originals Sambarose W https://www.footish.se/sneakers/adidas-originals-sambarose-w-ef4965 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy Doonican 4,186 Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 5 minutes ago, Vesper said: adidas Originals Sambarose W https://www.footish.se/sneakers/adidas-originals-sambarose-w-ef4965 https://www.hisknibs.com/adidas-amsterdam/ Vesper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,224 Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 4 minutes ago, Iggy Doonican said: https://www.hisknibs.com/adidas-amsterdam/ yes, I saw those (we are trainer freaks, especially wifey, lolol) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,224 Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 8 minutes ago, Iggy Doonican said: https://www.hisknibs.com/adidas-amsterdam/ CONVERSE X PIGALLE CHUCK 70 OX https://www.endclothing.com/gb/converse-x-pigalle-chuck-70-ox-165747c.html https://www.endclothing.com/gb/converse-x-pigalle-chuck-70-ox-165748c.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fulham Broadway 17,333 Posted January 25, 2020 Share Posted January 25, 2020 Had dozens of Nikes and Adidas over the years. First were Adidas sambas about 1971 after seeing Hudson and Osgood training in them. If I had to come down on durability and comfort rather than style (tend to do that at my age) Nike would win. Huarache for comfort and Airforce 1s for sole durability. NikkiCFC and Vesper 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,140 Posted January 26, 2020 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Anyone help? I want to download a movie from Lifetime US from last night, can anyone help me to do so? It's called Chris Watts confession of a killer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicco 927 Posted January 26, 2020 Share Posted January 26, 2020 2 minutes ago, Special Juan said: Anyone help? I want to download a movie from Lifetime US from last night, can anyone help me to do so? It's called Chris Watts confession of a killer This one, Criminal Confessions S03E01 Chris Watts Confession Untold ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,140 Posted January 26, 2020 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Just now, Nicco said: This one, Criminal Confessions S03E01 Chris Watts Confession Untold ? No link mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicco 927 Posted January 26, 2020 Share Posted January 26, 2020 1 minute ago, Special Juan said: No link mate https://easyupload.io/w4nkuk It's a torrent file for the movie but unsure if it's the one you're looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,140 Posted January 26, 2020 Share Posted January 26, 2020 1 minute ago, Nicco said: https://easyupload.io/w4nkuk It's a torrent file for the movie but unsure if it's the one you're looking for. Not used these before , safe? what do I do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicco 927 Posted January 26, 2020 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Just now, Special Juan said: Not used these before , safe? what do I do? Simply download the file from the link, open it using Utorrent, after it will download the movie, once finished you can view it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikkiCFC 8,334 Posted January 26, 2020 Share Posted January 26, 2020 OMG!!! Devastating news about Kobe R. I. P. LEGEND. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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